Morning start at 08:00, discover Hoi An’s countryside with a leisurely buffalo cart ride passing by rice paddies and vegetable farms to the village of Cam Thanh where the Thu Bon River meets the sea with its scenic ocean views. Your guide will explain the methods of farming in the area and the produce
grown before getting your hands dirty and venturing into the rice fields. Change into work clothes provided by the villagers and join the friendly farmers in some of their agricultural work including ploughing, raking and watering the soil and transplanting rice. Enjoy a cup of tea with the farmers before returning to the town.
Between the 15th and 19th centuries, Hoi An known then as ‘Faifo’, was a prosperous trading port, attracting Chinese, Japanese, Dutch, Portuguese and Spanish ships amongst others. Today, this World Heritage ancient town is recognized for its well-preserved architecture, pedestrian-only streets and distinctive local cuisine, allowing visitors a glimpse of its illustrious past.
Hoi An’s narrow lanes are ideal for a guided walking tour of its many atmospheric sights including: the old merchant houses with influences from Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese architecture; the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, first built in the 1590s by the Japanese community to link them with the Chinese quarters across the stream; the Assembly Hallof the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation with its intricate woodcarvings; and the colorful market with stalls brimming with local specialties including silk, which can be turned into fashionable garments within a day or two
NOTES:
• Suggested departure time: 08:00
• Lunch included
• This activity is not recommended from October - January due to weather conditions.
• Tour duration: 6.5 hours.
• The Hoi An entrance ticket is valid for entry to 5 sightseeing spots in Hoi An including merchant houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge, museums, pagodas and assembly halls for 24 hours. It also provides entry into Hoi An Ancient Town for as long as you are in Hoi An. Please keep the entrance ticket with you at all times should you independently visit Hoi An later in the evening or on another day.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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1 night stay in Hoi An